[SBB] Vaux's Swift

[Janna Pauser <[[email protected]]>]

The Guadalupe River Trail has been quiet the past three days. Migrant 
activity has dropped due to the heat. This morning 27 Vaux's Swifts were 
seen over the river channel near the water district. A f. Common 
Yellowthroat and 4 Yellow Warblers were also seen today. One Spotted 
Sandpiper was found north of the Coleman bridge and two more at the 
water district dam.

In Guadalupe Oak Grove Park, Acorn Woodpeckers are still nesting. A 
young male has been at the cavity entrance for the past 10 days and 
remains in the nest which is unfortunately exposed to the sun. I first 
heard the nestling's cries on Aug. 15th. Two immature Coopers Hawks were 
chasing each other through the park, and vocal Acorn Woodpeckers are 
picking acorns at a rapid pace.

A recent fledgling was seen on the Los Alamitos Creek trail this 
evening. I found a downy Spotted Towhee after hearing its calls, and 
watched it being fed by an adult. The only migrant seen along the trail 
tonight was a Wilson's Warbler.

One f. and one immature Hooded Oriole are still coming to our backyard 
feeder. A f. Rufous Hummingbird made a brief appearance a few days ago. 
I had my binoculars on her when she fanned her tail.

Janna Pauser

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